Today in History9 November in philately

Stamp issue Philippines · 1928 Von Gronau Issue Commemorating Hydroplane Arrival On November 9, 1928, stamps were issued in the Philippines to commemorate the arrival of a British squadron of hydroplanes. These were existing regular issues from 1917-1925 that were overprinted in red. Read more → Stamp issue Vietnam · 1956 President Ngo Dinh Diem Stamps Issued A set of stamps featuring President Ngo Dinh Diem was issued in two parts in 1956, with one of the issue dates being November 9, 1956. These stamps were part of a series that also had an issue date of July 7, 1956. Read more → Stamp issue Cambodia · 1961 Commemorative Stamps for Cambodia's 10th Year of Independence On November 9, 1961, the Kingdom of Cambodia celebrated its 10th anniversary of independence. To mark this special occasion, the government issued a collection of postage stamps. The designs featured the Independence Monument and King Norodom Sihanouk, who was known as the Father of Independence. Read more → Stamp issue India · 1964 6th International Organization for Standardization (ISO) General Assembly Commemorative Stamp India Post issued a commemorative stamp on November 9, 1964, to mark the 6th General Assembly of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). This stamp highlighted India's participation and role in international standards-setting bodies. Read more → Stamp issue Cambodia · 1968 Stamp Commemorating 15th Anniversary of Cambodia Independence A stamp was issued by Cambodia on November 9, 1968, to commemorate the 15th anniversary of Cambodia's independence. The stamp depicted King Norodom Sihanouk and Cambodian soldiers crossing a river during Operation Samaki in 1953, an operation against Vietminh troops in Battambang, Cambodia. Read more → Stamp issue Bangladesh · 1977 Animals of Bangladesh Stamp Series Bangladesh Post issued a series of stamps on November 9, 1977, featuring the animals of Bangladesh. The series included multiple denominations: 40 poisha, 1 Taka, 2.25 Taka, 3.50 Taka, 4 Taka, and 5 Taka. This issue highlighted the diverse wildlife of the country. Read more → Stamp issue India · 1981 40th Anniversary of Mahar Regiment Commemorative Stamp India Post issued a commemorative postage stamp on November 9, 1981, to mark the 40th Anniversary of the Mahar Regiment. The stamp had a denomination of 35 paise. Read more → Stamp issue Nepal · 1990 Constitution Day Postage Stamp Nepal issued a postage stamp on November 9, 1990, to commemorate Constitution Day. This stamp marked a significant national occasion related to the country's constitutional history. Read more → Stamp issue Kazakhstan · 2006 Birth Centenary of Latif Khamidi Stamp Issue On November 9, 2006, Kazakhstan issued a stamp to commemorate the birth centenary of Latif Khamidi. Read more → Stamp issue Hong Kong · 2010 Hong Kong, China - Romania Joint Issue on Handicraft Hongkong Post announced on November 9, 2010, the upcoming release of a set of stamps on the theme 'Hong Kong, China - Romania Joint Issue on Handicraft'. Read more → Stamp issue Pakistan · 2017 Souvenir Sheet for 70th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations between Pakistan & Turkey Pakistan Post issued a commemorative souvenir sheet on November 9, 2017, to mark the 70th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations between Pakistan and Turkey. The souvenir sheet featured portraits of Allama Iqbal and Mehmet Akif Ersoy, along with the flags of both countries. The value of the souvenir sheet was 20.00 Pakistani Rupees. Read more → Stamp issue India · 2017 Special Cover on Almond Trees Kashmir India Post released a special cover on November 9, 2017, featuring Almond Trees of Kashmir. This special cover was issued in Jammu. Read more → Stamp issue Kyrgyzstan · 2018 KEP Postage Stamp for 200th Anniversary of Ivan Turgenev On November 9, 2018, Kyrgyz Express Post (KEP) issued a postage stamp dedicated to the 200th anniversary of the birth of the renowned Russian writer Ivan Turgenev. This stamp was put into circulation as part of the 'Anniversaries of Great Personalities' theme. Read more → Stamp issue Pakistan · 2019 Commemorative Stamps for 550th Birthday of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Jee Pakistan Post issued commemorative postage stamps on November 9, 2019, to celebrate the 550th birth anniversary of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Jee, the revered founder of Sikhism. The stamps were officially unveiled by the Prime Minister of Pakistan on the same day, coinciding with the inauguration of the Kartarpur Sahib Corridor, which connects Dera Baba Nanak Sahib in India to Gurdwara Darbar Sahib in Kartarpur, Pakistan. The stamps were made available for sale to the public on November 9, marking the opening day of this significant corridor. Read more → Stamp issue Pakistan · 2021 70 Years of Diplomatic Relations Between Pakistan and Germany Commemorative Stamp Pakistan Post issued a commemorative postage stamp on November 9, 2021, to mark the 70th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations between Pakistan and Germany (1951-2021). Read more → Stamp issue Pakistan · 2024 Commemorative Souvenir Sheet for Dr. Javid Iqbal Pakistan Post released a commemorative souvenir sheet on November 9, 2024, honoring the esteemed Dr. Javid Iqbal. This special issue was released to celebrate Dr. Javid Iqbal's contributions. Read more → Stamp issue India · 2024 VadtalDham Dwishatabdi Mahotsav Commemorative Stamp India Post issued a commemorative stamp on November 9, 2024, to celebrate the VadtalDham Dwishatabdi Mahotsav. This event marks the bicentennial celebration of a significant religious and cultural institution in India. Read more → Stamp issue India · 2025 National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) My Stamp India Post is scheduled to issue the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) My Stamp, designated as the 325th Issue, on November 9, 2025. This issue is part of the 'My Stamp' program, which allows for personalized stamps, often used by organizations to commemorate their milestones. Read more → Stamp issue India · 2025 Uttarakhand My Stamp (326th Issue) India Post issued the 'Uttarakhand 1' My Stamp as its 326th Issue on November 9, 2025. This release coincided with the Silver Jubilee celebrations marking 25 years of Uttarakhand's formation, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled a commemorative postal stamp to mark the occasion in Dehradun. The 'My Stamp' program allows for personalized sheets of postage stamps, often used to commemorate significant events or themes related to states, institutions, or individuals. Read more → Stamp issue Hong Kong · 2025 15th National Games Commemorative Stamps Issued by Hongkong Post Hongkong Post will issue a new set of commemorative stamps on November 9, 2025, to mark the opening of the 15th National Games. This event signifies the first time Hong Kong will co-host the National Games of China. The stamp collection features eight competition categories scheduled to be held in the city, including men's U22 basketball, track cycling, fencing, golf, men's handball, rugby sevens, triathlon, and beach volleyball, alongside a mass participation bowling event. These stamps will be available for sale online and at five designated philatelic offices starting November 9, and at all post offices from November 10. Hongkong Post, China Post, and Macao Post and Telecommunications will also issue a collaborative souvenir pack to commemorate the Games. Read more → Stamp issue China · 2025 15th National Games Commemorative Stamps Issued by China Post China Post will issue a set of three commemorative stamps on November 9, 2025, titled 'The 15th National Games of the People's Republic of China'. These stamps celebrate the Games, which are being jointly hosted by Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao. The designs of the stamps feature artistic (synchronized) swimming, fencing, and table tennis. A souvenir sheet containing two strips of the three stamps will also be released. The planned circulation for this set is 5 million. China Post, Hongkong Post, and Macao Post and Telecommunications will issue a collaborative souvenir pack. Read more → Stamp issue Macao · 2025 15th National Games Commemorative Stamps Issued by Macao Post and Telecommunications Macao Post and Telecommunications, in conjunction with China Post and Hongkong Post, will issue a collaborative souvenir pack on November 9, 2025, for the 15th National Games. These Games are being jointly hosted by Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao. Macao's issue consists of four different stamps depicting rugby sevens, basketball, table tennis, and volleyball. These stamps are presented in blocks of four, printed in panes with four blocks each, allowing for collection in blocks or strips of four. All 11 stamps from the three postal entities are also included in a joint souvenir sheet. Read more → Stamp issue India · 2026 Commemorative Stamps to Promote Breast Cancer Awareness The Department of Posts in India issued two commemorative postage stamps and a set of picture postcards on November 9, 2026, dedicated to breast cancer awareness. This initiative, undertaken in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, aims to utilize the extensive postal network to spread messages about early detection and preventive healthcare during International Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Read more → Stamp issue Bangladesh · 2026 Commemorative Stamp for National Revolution and Solidarity Day Prime Minister Tarique Rahman of Bangladesh officially released a commemorative postage stamp, a first-day cover, and a data card on November 9, 2026, marking the National Revolution and Solidarity Day. The Taka 10 stamp was issued by Bangladesh Post and will be available at post offices nationwide. The National Revolution and Solidarity Day is observed on November 7th, commemorating the civil-military uprising of 1975. Read more →

Postal history India · 1832 Barelly Pre-Stamp Cover with Oval Handstamp A pre-stamp cover from Barelly, India, dated November 9, 1832, features an oval handstamp inscribed 'BARELLY/Pt Pd' (Post Paid). This historical postal item provides insight into early postal markings and services in British India before the introduction of adhesive postage stamps. The handstamp is described as a mostly clear, watery strike in violet on the back of a folded letter, originating from 'Camp Buduyour'. Read more → Postal history China · 1897 French China Postal Card to Woosung A French China 10c Postal Card was used on November 9, 1897, for mail addressed to Woosung. The card bore a Shanghai Chine circular date stamp (cds) and a Woosung arrival dollar dater. Read more → Postal history Maldives · 1906 Maldives Postal Services Begin with Overprinted Ceylon Stamps Maldives Post marks its 119th anniversary, tracing its origins back to September 9, 1906, when postal services commenced nationwide. On this date, the islands first began using Ceylon stamps that were overprinted with 'MALDIVES'. This marked a significant step in the development of a distinct postal identity for the Maldives. Read more → Postal history British India · 1922 King George V Half Anna Postage Envelope Cover Posted A small postage envelope cover from British India, featuring a King George V Half Anna stamp (with a surcharge Half Anna on the back), was posted on November 9, 1922. This item represents a piece of postal history from the British colonial era in India. Read more → Postal history Thailand · 1945 A.P.O. Duplex Postmark Usage A postal item from Thailand bore an A.P.O. (Army Post Office) duplex postmark dated November 9, 1945. This indicates the use of military postal services in Thailand on this specific date. Read more → Postal history Cambodia · 1953 Cambodia Gains Full Independence Cambodia achieved its full and official independence on November 9, 1953. This significant historical event was largely due to the efforts of King Norodom Sihanouk, who advocated for the freedom and liberation of Cambodia. This independence marked a new era for the country, including the development of its own postal system and the issuance of its own postage stamps. Read more → Postal history Philippines · 2023 256th Founding Anniversary of the Philippine Postal Service The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) celebrated its 256th Founding Anniversary on November 9, 2023. This anniversary was part of the broader National Stamp Collecting Month celebrations. Read more →

Exhibition Taiwan · 1986 Stamp Show Commemorating President Chiang Kai-shek's 100th Birthday A stamp show was held at the Postal Museum from October 31 to November 9, 1986, to commemorate the 100th birthday of President Chiang Kai-shek. A souvenir sheet was issued in conjunction with this exhibition. Read more → Exhibition India · 2023 WokhaPlex-2023 – First District Level Philatelic Exhibition in Wokha The first-ever district-level philatelic exhibition in Wokha, named WokhaPlex-2023, opened on November 9, 2023. This two-day event marked a significant occasion for stamp collectors and enthusiasts in the Wokha district of Nagaland, India. Read more → Exhibition Philippines · 2025 Philatelic Exhibition at Robinsons Manila A three-day philatelic exhibition was held at Robinsons Manila from November 7 to 9, 2025, celebrating multiple milestones for Filipino stamp collectors. The event commemorated the 31st National Stamp Collecting Month (NSCM), the 258th Postal Anniversary of PHLPost, and the 75th Founding Anniversary of the APO Philatelic Society Members. The exhibition showcased the Philippine Mythical Creatures II Stamp Collection, featuring designs of the Manananggal, Santelmo, Bakunawa, and Sarimanok. Read more → Exhibition Japan · 2026 Super Tamagotchi Festival Stamp Rally in Shibuhara Begins The 'Super Tamagotchi Festival Stamp Rally' in Shibuhara, celebrating the 30th anniversary of Tamagotchi, began on November 9, 2026. This event allows participants to collect digital stamps at various locations in Harajuku and Shibuya, with stamp rally sheets available from this date at MAGNET by SHIBUYA109. Collecting three stamps entitles participants to a 'Tamagotchi Lab Researcher ID' and a 'Tama Lab Sticker'. Read more → Exhibition Singapore · 2026 Zoolympix: Stars of Mandai Stamp Collection Activity On November 9, 2026, the 'Zoolympix: Stars of Mandai' event at Mandai Wildlife East Lawn continued its launch weekend activities. This festive challenge, running from November 7 to January 3, 2027, features 10 wildlife-inspired agility, balance, and discovery challenges. Children participating in the event can collect stamps to earn a Zoolympian medal. The launch weekend, from November 7 to 9, also included a Tamarind the Tapir meet and greet, gachapon, and a windmill workshop. Read more → Exhibition Japan · 2026 Shibu Art & Walk Stamp Rally in Shibuya, Tokyo The 'Shibu Art & Walk 2026' stamp rally was ongoing on November 9, 2026, as part of an event running from October 9 to November 23, 2026. This walking stamp rally in Shibuya, Tokyo, allows participants to explore Japanese culture and art by visiting various museums and cultural facilities. Participants collect stamps at six participating locations, with prizes offered for collecting four or more stamps, and a lottery for an exhibition invitation ticket set for collecting all six. Read more → Exhibition Japan · 2026 Studio Ghibli Exhibition and Saga Stamp Rally On November 9, 2026, the Studio Ghibli Exhibition and Saga Stamp Rally was underway in Saga City, Japan. This digital stamp rally, which began on November 3, 2026, and continues until February 14, 2027, encourages visitors to explore Saga City while collecting four digital stamps at various locations. Participants who collect all four stamps can redeem them for an exclusive commemorative badge. Read more →

Person India · 1867 Birth of Shrimad Rajchandraji, Jain Philosopher and Mystic Shrimad Rajchandraji, a revered Jain poet, philosopher, and mystic, was born on Kartik Purnima, November 9, 1867, in Vavania, Gujarat. He is known for his profound spiritual insights and his influence on Mahatma Gandhi. A commemorative stamp was later issued in his honor in 2017 to mark his 150th birth anniversary. Read more → Person India · 1962 Death of Dhondo Keshav Karve, Social Reformer Dhondo Keshav Karve, a prominent Indian social reformer and educator, passed away on November 9, 1962. He was a pioneer in advocating for women's education and widow remarriage. Notably, he holds the distinction of being the first Indian in whose lifetime a postage stamp was issued in his honor, which occurred on April 18, 1958. Read more →

Society Sri Lanka · 2025 Philatelic Association of Sri Lanka (PASL) Monthly Online Meeting The Philatelic Association of Sri Lanka (PASL) held its 5th episode of the monthly online meeting on November 9, 2025. These meetings serve as a platform for members and enthusiasts to engage in discussions and activities related to philately in Sri Lanka. Read more → Society Sri Lanka · 2026 Philatelic Association of Sri Lanka (PASL) Monthly Online Meeting – Episode 5 The Philatelic Association of Sri Lanka (PASL) is scheduled to hold the 5th episode of its monthly online meeting on November 9, 2026. These regular online gatherings provide a platform for members and stamp enthusiasts in Sri Lanka to connect, discuss philatelic topics, and share their passion for collecting. Read more →